2003 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2012 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (160 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (93 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo C70 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Volvo C70 (230 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Daewoo Kalos. (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Daewoo Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo C70 | 2012 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Volvo | Daewoo |
| Model | C70 | Kalos |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 45 L |
